Sponsorship Programs
Georgia Peach Pug Rescue Incorporated is a non-profit corporation with federal tax exemption as a public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Our EIN is 88-2469061. All donations are tax deductible.
We could not save pugs without the generous support we receive from the public. In 2025, we spent $68,419 on veterinary expenses and medications (not including supplies) for 48 pugs, averaging $1,160 per pug.
Forever Foster Facilitators – $500
Not all rescue pugs are deemed adoptable due to their age and/or medical or behavioral needs. Forever Foster homes take in such pugs and allow them to live the rest of their lives in a safe and loving environment. The individuals who open their heart and home to a Forever Foster pug recognize that their role is to provide the pug with an optimal quality of life for the duration of its lifespan. Georgia Peach Pug Rescue (GPPR) will financially support veterinary care (e.g., routine exam/labs; fecal to check for parasites; heartworm test, Rabies, Distemper, Adenovirus type 2, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza, Bordetella, and Lepto-4 vaccinations; ongoing monthly heart worm / flea / tick preventatives; spay or neuter procedure; treatment/surgery for any existing conditions; microchip and registration) to these pugs for the rest of their lives.
Your support at the Forever Foster Facilitator level helps GPPR and the foster home in the annual provision of care to Forever Fosters so they live healthfully and happily ever after.
- GPPR tote bag (1)
- GPPR keychain (1)
FOREVER FOSTER FACILITATORS SPONSOR RECOGNITION
- GPPR logo to display on your business website as a proud rescue sponsor
- Business or individual donor name and logo (if applicable, and provided by your business) featured on GPPR website for 12 months following donation
- Picture and story of sponsored pug
Tier 1 – Bronze – Wellness Warriors – $1,000
At the time of owner or shelter surrender of a pug to Georgia Peach Pug Rescue (GPPR), prior veterinary records are requested to identify gaps in the veterinary care of each pug. Most pugs we receive have not been to the vet in many years, if ever. As a result, nearly all need the full spectrum of our GPPR Standard Rescue Intake Vetting (see below for itemized list). Many are diagnosed with intestinal parasites, ear infections, dry eye, and have plaque buildup or decay on their teeth, all of which require treatment. Most have not been spayed or neutered and will require surgical sterilization. Pugs will undergo diagnostics, treatment, or surgery for all existing conditions. Pugs that are heartworm positive will immediately begin the American Heartworm Society’s (AHS’s) gold standard treatment protocol. Pugs requiring dietary intervention for disease treatment and maintenance will be placed on a prescription veterinary diet that is paid for by GPPR for the duration of their time in foster. All pugs will receive monthly heartworm and flea/tick preventatives. Pugs that need treatment beyond the scope of our general practice veterinarian partners will be referred to a specialty veterinarian or seen at an emergency veterinarian clinic.
- Examples of diagnostics conducted to date include ultrasounds, CT scans, urinalyses, bile acid tests, needle aspirates with histopathology, and Schirmer tear tests. This is not an exhaustive list.
- Treatments provided to date cover a range of bacterial, infectious, parasitic, and neurological disease states, as well as internal and external physiological malformations and both benign and malignant tumors. Examples of treatments include heartworms; seizures; allergies; internal (blastomycosis) and external (yeast dermatitis) fungal infections; keratoconjunctivitis sicca; pigmentary keratitis; aspiration pneumonia; liver shunt; urinary stones/crystals; tracheal collapse; and infections of the ears, eyes, mouth/teeth, lungs, anal glands, and urinary system. This is not an exhaustive list.
- Examples of surgeries provided to date include neuters/spays/vaginal prolapses, mast cell tumors, mastectomies, enucleations, liver shunt surgeries, stenotic nares, and dentals with extractions. This is not an exhaustive list.
GPPR Standard Rescue Intake Vetting
- Routine exam/labs
- Fecal to check for parasites
- Heart worm test
- Vaccines: Rabies, Distemper, Adenovirus type 2, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza, Bordetella, and Lepto-4
- Heart worm / flea / tick preventatives
- Spay or neuter procedure
- Treatment/surgery for any existing conditions
- Microchip and registration
Your support at the Wellness Warrior level helps GPPR provide wellness exams, vaccines, preventatives, treatments, and surgeries to improve the quality of life of the pug and prepare them to be adopted by their forever family and begin living the healthy and happy life they deserve.
- GPPR tote bag (1)
- GPPR keychain (1)
- GPPR enamel lapel pin (1)
WELLNESS WARRIORS SPONSOR RECOGNITION
- GPPR logo to display on your business website as a proud rescue sponsor
- Business or individual donor name and logo (if applicable, and provided by your business) featured on GPPR website for 12 months following donation
- Business or individual donor name and logo (if applicable, and provided by your business) featured on GPPR’s ‘schedule of events’ handout distributed at the next two fundraising events (Pug Prom, Pug-O-Ween) occurring within 12 months following donation
- Business or individual donor name announced live at the next two fundraising events (Pug Prom, Pug-O-Ween) occurring within 12 months following donation
- Optional GPPR social media announcement of your sponsorship to include a graphic with your business or individual donor name and logo (if applicable, and provided by your business) and, within the post, links to business website and social media.
Tier 2 – Silver – Heartworm Heroes – $2,500
According to the American Heartworm Society (AHS), in the early stages of heartworm disease, dogs do not typically present with symptoms. However, as worms continue to mate and produce offspring inside the body, symptoms will appear and become progressively worse over time. The symptoms of heartworm disease (cough, fatigue, poor appetite, weight loss, fluid buildup, swollen belly, etc.) drastically reduce the pug’s quality of life and cause irreversible damage. If heartworms are not treated, the damage they cause the body could lead to death (AHS, 2024).
As part of the Georgia Peach Pug Rescue (GPPR) Standard Rescue Pug Intake Vetting, all pugs receive a heartworm test. Pugs that receive a confirmatory positive heartworm may need to undergo additional diagnostic testing so the veterinarian can determine how advanced the infection is or how many worms are involved. This may include additional blood tests, radiographs, electrocardiograms, echocardiography, etc. Heartworm positive pugs will immediately begin the AHS’s gold standard treatment protocol. This protocol is a multi-phase treatment (Phase I, 4-8 weeks; Phase II, 8 weeks; Phase III, 4-8 weeks) intended to kill the worms so they can be absorbed by the body. Fostering a pug through heartworm treatment is a commitment, as it requires multiple vet appointments and treatment can span 16-24 weeks.
Heartworm treatment is costly, requiring bloodwork, diagnostic imaging, oral antibiotics, steroids, three deep intramuscular injections into the L3-L5 lumbar muscles, and an overnight stay at the vet clinic. The AHS protocol is 99% effective in killing all stages of heartworms (AHS, 2024, p. 30). Since the protocol is highly effective, GPPR feels confident in moving forward with the adoption process upon completion of Phase III. However, due to residual circulation of antigens in the blood that could cause them to still test positive, it is recommended to wait nine months post-protocol to conduct antigen testing. As such, at the time of adoption, a confirmatory negative heartworm test will not be available. After the appropriate time has elapsed, and at no time prior, to be mindful of expert recommendations and use of public funding, GPPR will cover the cost of antigen testing. Although the chances are slim, if the pug is still positive, additional treatment will be required and GPPR will maintain financial responsibility for heartworm antigen tests, diagnostics, and treatment until the pug tests negative.
Your support at the Heartworm Heroes level helps GPPR provide the necessary diagnostics and treatment to save the lives of pugs afflicted with heartworm disease so they can be adopted by their forever family and begin living the happy and healthy life they deserve.
References
- American Heartworm Society. (2024). American Heartworm Society Canine Guidelines for the Prevention, Diagnosis, and Management of Heartworm (Dirofilaria immitis) Infection in Dogs. Retrieved from https://www.heartwormsociety.org/veterinary-resources/american-heartworm-society-guidelines
- GPPR tote bag (1)
- GPPR keychain (1)
- GPPR enamel lapel pin (1)
- GPPR t-shirt (1)
HEARTWORM HEROES SPONSOR RECOGNITION
- GPPR logo to display on your business website as a proud rescue sponsor
- Business or individual donor name and logo (if applicable, and provided by your business) featured on GPPR website for 12 months following donation
- Business or individual donor name and logo (if applicable, and provided by your business) featured on GPPR’s ‘schedule of events’ handout distributed at the next two fundraising events (Pug Prom, Pug-O-Ween) occurring within 12 months following donation
- Business or individual donor name announced live at the next two fundraising events (Pug Prom, Pug-O-Ween) occurring within 12 months following donation
- Optional GPPR social media announcement of your sponsorship to include a graphic with your business or individual donor name and logo (if applicable, and provided by your business) and, within the post, links to business website and social media.
- GPPR Heartworm Heroes plaque to display at your business as proud rescue sponsor
- Social media shout-out to Heartworm Heroes on each update/status post featuring one of our heartworm positive pugs within the 12 months following donation
- Heartworm educational social media post (1) sponsorship recognition occurring within 12 months following donation
- Business logo on event banner at the next two fundraising events (Pug Prom, Pug-O-Ween) occurring within 12 months following donation
Tier 3 – Gold – Dental Defenders – $5,000
Dental health in dogs is important due to its correlation with other health conditions (American Veterinary Medical Association [AVMA, n.d. [a]; Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine [CVM], n.d). Abnormal chewing, excessive drooling, reduced appetite, and oral swelling, bleeding can be clues that something (e.g., broken teeth, abscesses, cysts or tumors, etc.) is wrong (AVMA, n.d. [a]). Oral bacteria and inflammation are linked to periodontal disease, the most common dental condition in veterinary medicine (CVM, n.d.).
Periodontal (gum) disease is an infection of the tissues that hold your teeth in place. It’s typically caused by poor … habits that allow plaque – a sticky film of bacteria – to build up on the teeth and harden. It starts with swollen, red, and bleeding gums. If left untreated, it can spread to the bones surrounding the gums, making it painful to chew. In the worst cases, teeth may become loose or need to be removed. (National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, 2024, para. 1).
Periodontal disease worsens with time unless preventative measures are taken (AVMA, n.d.[a]; CVM, n.d.). As it worsens, bacteria can enter the bloodstream and damage body systems and organs. Health issues of the kidney, liver, and heart muscle have been linked to periodontal disease (AVMA, n.d.[a]). As part of the Georgia Peach Pug Rescue (GPPR) Standard Rescue Intake Vetting, all pugs receive an awake oral assessment during their wellness exam. If a veterinary dental cleaning is recommended, the veterinarian will do blood work and chest x-rays to determine if it is safe for the pug to undergo anesthesia. In some cases, additional tests such as an electrocardiogram may be required to determine safety. If the vet deems it is safe for the pet to be anesthetized, they will develop a treatment plan based on preliminary findings. If it is deemed unsafe for a pug to be anesthetized, veterinary-approved symptom management options will be utilized.
Although anesthesia-free dental cleanings exist, the American Veterinary Dental College ([AVDC], n.d.) does not recommend them because of increased pet stress/anxiety while being restrained for the procedure; discomfort and risk of injury and pain during scaling; and the quality of exam, x-rays, and cleaning being compromised when the pet is awake. However, the most critical argument for avoiding anesthesia-free dental cleanings is that they can only remove tarter and plaque buildup ABOVE the gumline, but the biggest factor associated with periodontal disease is plaque UNDER the gums. Additionally, if any broken teeth or cysts or tumors are identified, they cannot be removed while the pug is awake and would require an additional procedure. Thus, the additional costs associated with general anesthesia are evidence-based and warranted. In alignment with these recommendations and considering the mental and physical health of the rescue pugs, all GPPR dentals will be performed under anesthesia and follow a process like what is detailed below, which may vary by clinic or veterinarian.
On the day of the dental, the pug will arrive fasting and be given a pre-anesthetic sedative to assist the veterinary team with placing an intravenous (IV) catheter and possible breathing tube. While under anesthesia, their blood pressure, temperature, oxygen saturation, and heart activity will be closely monitored (AVMA, n.d.[b]). Oxygen, intravenous fluids, medications, and warming blankets can be used as necessary to maintain stability in monitored values. (AVMA, n.d.[b]).
The dental cleaning itself typically includes (CVM, n.d.):
- Antiseptic mouth rinse
- Removal of visible tarter
- Examination of crowns
- Probing and measuring of gingival pockets
- Taking dental x-rays
- Ultrasonic scaling (plaque removal) of tooth surfaces above and below the gum line
- Surgical extraction of diseased teeth
- Polishing of tooth surfaces above and below the gum line
- Final mouth rinse
- Final inspection
- Application of fluoride treatment to strengthen tooth application of enamel,
- Application of dental sealant
- Prescription of post-procedure oral antibiotics
- Provision of discharge instructions
- Scheduling of follow-up examination
Veterinary dental cleanings are costly but critical to the health and comfort of the pug. Costs vary depending on variables such as the condition of the teeth, number of extractions required, the degree of complexity to extract the teeth, and whether a root canal is needed, among others.
Your support at the Dental Defenders level helps GPPR treat and cure debilitating oral and dental health issues, immediately improving their quality of life and preparing them for adoption by their forever family.
References
- American Veterinary Dental College. (n.d.). Reasons not to Choose Anesthesia Free Dentals for Your Pet. Retrieved from https://afd.avdc.org/reasons-not-to-choose-anethesia-free-pet-dentals/
- American Veterinary Medical Association. (n.d.[a]). Pet dental care. Retrieved from https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/petcare/pet-dental-care
- American Veterinary Medical Association. (n.d.[b]). When your pet needs anesthesia. Retrieved from https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/petcare/when-your-pet-needs-anesthesia
- Burns, K. (2016, January 13). Below the surface of anesthesia-free dentistry. American Veterinary Medical Association. Retrieved from https://www.avma.org/javma-news/2016-02-01/below-surface-anesthesia-free-dentistry
- Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine. (n.d.). Periodontal disease. Retrieved from https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments-centers-and-institutes/riney-canine-health-center/health-topics/canine-health-information/periodontal-disease
- National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (2024). Periodontal (Gum) Disease. Retrieved from https://www.nidcr.nih.gov/health-info/gum-disease
- GPPR tote bag (1)
- GPPR keychain (1)
- GPPR enamel lapel pin (1)
- GPPR t-shirt (1)
- Pug Prom t-shirt [includes your logo] (1)
- Pug-O-Ween t-shirt [includes your logo] (1)
DENTAL DEFENDERS SPONSOR RECOGNITION
- GPPR logo to display on your business website as a proud rescue sponsor
- Business or individual donor name and logo (if applicable, and provided by your business) featured on GPPR website for 12 months following donation
- Business or individual donor name and logo (if applicable, and provided by your business) featured on GPPR’s ‘schedule of events’ handout distributed at the next two fundraising events (Pug Prom, Pug-O-Ween) occurring within 12 months following donation
- Business or individual donor name announced live at the next two fundraising events (Pug Prom, Pug-O-Ween) occurring within 12 months following donation
- Optional GPPR social media announcement of your sponsorship to include a graphic with your business or individual donor name and logo (if applicable, and provided by your business) and, within the post, links to business website and social media.
- GPPR Dental Defenders plaque to display at your business as proud rescue sponsor
- Shoutout on social media to Dental Defenders on each update/status post when one of our pugs receives a dental within the 12 months following donation
- Dental health educational social media post (2) sponsorship recognition occurring within 12 months following donation
- Business logo on event banner at the next two fundraising events (Pug Prom, Pug-O-Ween) occurring within 12 months following donation
- Business logo on event t-shirts for the next two fundraising events (Pug Prom, Pug-O-Ween) occurring within 12 months following donation
Tier 4 – Platinum – Specialty Saviors – $7,500
Pugs that need treatment beyond the scope of our general practice veterinarian partners are referred to specialty veterinarians or seen at an emergency veterinarian clinic.
Areas of specialization:
- Ophthalmology
- Internal medicine
- Cardiology
- Neurology
- Surgery
- Dermatology
- Nephrology/Urology
- Oncology
- Rehabilitation
- Emergency and Critical Care
Examples of referral and treatment at specialty providers include:
- High-risk eye cases such as keratoconjunctivitis sicca, pigmentary keratitis, corneal ulcers, etc., referred ophthalmology.
- Liver shunt cases referred to internal medicine for assessment and advanced imaging, then to surgery for repair.
- Aspiration pneumonia, heartworm, and liver shunt cases taken to the emergency room for diagnostics and treatment.
Understandably, diagnosis and treatment by a specialty veterinarian costs significantly more than that of a general-practice veterinarian. Here are some examples:
Pickles was surrendered to GPPR because his owners felt they could not give him the time and care he deserved. They reported that he’d had a few seizures in the past. The day we took him into rescue he had a long seizure and spent the night at the emergency vet. We set about working with our vet to identify the cause of the seizures. After referral to a specialist and many diagnostics, it was determined that Pickles had a liver shunt. His best hope for longevity was to repair the liver shunt through surgery, which was performed in January 2025. Pickles’ total medical costs were $9,701.89, not including medication and prescription food which was generously covered by his foster family. His post-surgical bloodwork and bile acid test values are now within recommended thresholds. He was adopted by his foster family and is finally able to enjoy life as a happy, healthy, playful boy.
Petunia was surrendered to GPPR when her owner realized the diagnostics for her chronic vomiting and dull mentation was beyond her resources. Petunia was extremely weak; we rushed her to our vet, who immediately sent us to emergency room (ER). After many diagnostics and hospitalization, she was diagnosed with a liver shunt. Getting her medications and prescription diet regimen balanced to her physiological needs initially presented a challenge and she had to return to the ER on two occasions. She had surgery in January 2025. Petunia’s total medical costs to date are $10,549.24, including medication and prescription food. Her post-surgical bile acid test values have remained elevated, and she will go in quarterly for tests to be re-done.
Your support at the Specialty Saviors level helps GPPR provide treatment to pugs with complex injury, illness, and disease, many of which are fatal if not treated. You will be literally saving lives and providing pugs with the opportunity to live at optimal levels of wellness. This support undoubtedly improves their quality of life and prepares them for adoption by their forever family, where they can finally begin living the happy and healthy life they deserve.
- GPPR tote bag (2)
- GPPR keychain (2)
- GPPR enamel lapel pin (2)
- GPPR t-shirt (2)
- Pug Prom t-shirt [includes your logo] (2)
- Pug-O-Ween t-shirt [includes your logo] (2)
SPECIALTY SAVIORS SPONSOR RECOGNITION
- GPPR logo to display on your business website as a proud rescue sponsor
- Business or individual donor name and logo (if applicable, and provided by your business) featured on GPPR website for 12 months following donation
- Business or individual donor name and logo (if applicable, and provided by your business) featured on GPPR’s ‘schedule of events’ handout distributed at the next two fundraising events (Pug Prom, Pug-O-Ween) occurring within 12 months following donation
- Business or individual donor name announced live at the next two fundraising events (Pug Prom, Pug-O-Ween) occurring within 12 months following donation
- Optional GPPR social media announcement of your sponsorship to include a graphic with your business or individual donor name and logo (if applicable, and provided by your business) and, within the post, links to business website and social media.
- GPPR Specialty Saviors plaque to display at your business as proud rescue sponsor
- Shoutout on social media to Specialty Saviors on each update/status post when one of our pugs receives a dental within the 12 months following donation
- Specialty health conditions educational social media post (4) sponsorship recognition occurring within 12 months following donation
- Business logo on event banner at the next two fundraising events (Pug Prom, Pug-O-Ween) occurring within 12 months following donation
- Reserved vendor booth with partnership sign at the next two fundraising events (Pug Prom, Pug-O-Ween) occurring within 12 months following donation
- Business logo on event t-shirts for the next two fundraising events (Pug Prom, Pug-O-Ween) occurring within 12 months following donation
Please direct questions to Jen McAtee: (404) 426-6226 | jen@georgiapeachpugrescue.com